2022 Audi A6, S6 Prices: MSRP vs Dealer Invoice vs True Dealer Cost w/Holdback
MSRP | Invoice Price | Destination Fee | Holdback | Dealer Cost
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Formula for Calculating Dealer Cost:
- Example: Base Audi A6 invoice price + the dealer Invoice price of options + destination - Holdback = Total Dealer Cost.
- What is Holdback? A hidden amount that manufacturers give back to a dealer. It is a percentage of the MSRP or the Invoice price.
Total Dealer Cost (calculated above) + Taxes / Licensing Fees - Rebate / Incentive = True Cost (You can get rebates and incentives here.)
The 2022 Audi A6 is a sporty luxury sedan with a beautiful exterior and an upscale interior. There are two strong powertrain options for this car. The A6 also provides excellent handling and a smooth, poised ride. It comes packed with a good amount of stock features and a wealth of modern technology.
What’s New for 2022?
The A6 has what Audi calls a Virtual Cockpit inside of its digital-gauge cluster. This was only available on certain models in 2021. For 2022, it's a standard feature across the board. A 10.1-inch touchscreen is now standard for every version of the A6. The Black Optic Sport package is now available for more trim levels than it was in 2021.
Styles and Configurations
The latest A6 is only available as a 4-door sedan. Every model gets Quattro® all-wheel drive and a 7-speed automatic dual-clutch transmission. The A6 will be powered by either a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder or a 3.0-liter turbocharged V-6.
Performance and Fuel Economy
A 2022 Audi A6 equipped with the 4-cylinder engine makes 261 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. This powertrain has a combined fuel-economy rating of 26 miles-per-gallon according to the EPA. The larger V-6 engine can crank out 335 horses with 369 pound-feet of torque. An A6 with this engine is quick enough to reach 60 miles-per-hour in just 5.1 seconds. All of the extra horsepower comes with a slight decrease in fuel efficiency, however.
Driving Impressions
Acceleration is brisk with either available engine. The automatic transmission shifts smoothly and accurately. The ride quality is refined and steady, while the steering dynamics are tight and accurate. The A6 has impressive cornering abilities and virtually never loses traction due to the standard all-wheel drive. Overall, the A6 is more of a cozy luxury vehicle than a sports car, but it's still athletic enough, and an absolute joy to drive.
Exterior Features
The 2022 Audi A6 offers premium LED headlights, taillights and daytime-running lights. There's acoustic-glass with heat-insulating properties for all of the windows. Acoustic glass helps to soundproof the inside of the vehicle. Audi has done an excellent job of keeping it nice and quiet inside of the cabin of the A6. The heat insulating helps to mitigate heat buildup inside of the vehicle on hot summer days.
The A6 features soft-close doors and a power-operated trunk. There's also an available sunroof to let in some sunlight and fresh air. The base model gets a set of classy 19-inch alloy wheels.
Interior Features
The A6 gets Audi's MMI Infotainment System with a 10.1-inch display. The touchscreen provides haptic feedback to make it easier to use without taking one's eyes completely off of the road. The infotainment system has Bluetooth for streaming one's favorite music. There's also an integrated navigation system that displays the vehicle's location on a map on the 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit screen. The infotainment system works with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Amazon Alexa.
Music lovers will enjoy the premium sound system by Bang and Olufsen. This provides 3D sound from a total of 16 high-quality speakers. An onboard WiFi hotspot allows every passenger to get online and to stay connected. The A6 also has an available Four-Zone Climate-Control System to keep every occupant comfortable whether it's hot or cold outside.
The A6 has heated and ventilated seats up front and heated seats in the rear. There's ambient interior lighting in a multitude of colors. The seats and armrests have rich leather trim. The driver's seat and front-passenger's seat have power adjustments as well as adjustable lumbar support.
Safety Features
Safety is always a priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. Thankfully, Audi has equipped the A6 with plenty of standard safety features and some impressive driver-assist technology. Every model of the A6 gets an advanced airbag system, with airbags to protect passengers at every seating position. Audi Pre Sense Front has high-tech sensors and a windshield-mounted camera that detect objects in front of the vehicle. The system will give a series of warnings to the driver in order to help them to avoid a collision.
A 360-degree camera system makes parking and backing out of spaces a lot easier, as well as a lot safer. The full 360-view gives the driver a greater awareness of their surroundings. There's a Lane-Keeping Assist feature and a Lane-Departure Warning to make sure the vehicle keeps moving straight ahead. There's also adaptive cruise control and a Rear Cross-Traffic Alert feature.
The 2022 Audi A6 is a great choice for anyone looking for a mid-sized luxury sedan. It has plenty of power and fantastic handling. This should make it an enjoyable car to drive for performance enthusiasts. Everyone else will love the comfortable, upscale interior and amazingly smooth ride quality. The A6 is also a safe vehicle with some impressive modern technology to protect you and your passengers.
Note: All Audi A6 MSRP, invoice and dealer cost dollar figures above are subject to change without notice.
A note about rebates: Most rebates are subtracted from the "on the road" figure. In most cases, you can have the rebate if you are arranging your own financing or you are paying cash. If you decide to use the manufacturer’s low interest financing, you do not usually get the rebate. Ask your dealer for details.
